Which type of patient may need help with their dressing and grooming needs?
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How does dressing care differ for a patient with dementia?
What information should the nursing assistant collect before assisting a patient with dressing? Check all that apply.if the patient’s right or left side is the stronger sideif the patient has a favorite outfitif the patient needs to wear certain clothing to prepare for the day’s weather or activitieshow much help is usually given to the patient by other healthcare providerswhen the patient last took a bath
It is important to encourage patients to select and wear their own clothing because it allows them to
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What equipment is needed for dressing patients?
The procedure for dressing a patient differs from person to person because it depends on
Which methods of assistance does an immobile patient require when being turned? Check all that apply.the use of a mechanical liftthe use of a slide boardat least two other healthcare providersat least four other healthcare providersthe use of gloves and a blanket
When would a mechanical lift be used to move a patient?
What is the difference between a friction-reducing device and an assistive-lift device?
What is a slide board used for?
Why is it important to brush hair regularly? Check all that apply.increases blood flow the scalpbrings oils to the hair shaftdecreases hair shinedecreases tanglesallows monitoring of skin conditionsincreases rate of healing in the body
Why should nursing assistants let patients lead them through their hair care process?
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What are the benefits of proper nail care? Check all that apply.prevents infectionprevents skin liceprevents skin breaksprevents skin tears prevents alopecia
What should nursing assistants take into consideration prior to providing nail care for a patient? Check all that apply.the temperature the water should be for soaking nailsthe last time the patient’s nails were trimmedhow long fingernails and toenails should be soakedwhether any skin tears or breaks are presentthe color nail polish the patient wantswhether the patient has corns or calluses
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